North Member Networking Event and Summer BBQ 2026

Join us at the North Member Networking Event and Summer BBQ 2026 for a fun evening of connecting and delicious food!
About this Event

This event is a great way to meet and network with your fellow Make UK Defence members in a relaxed, informal environment. The event will include a Live BBQ.

Sponsorship opportunities available, if you are interested then please email [email protected].

Early bird discount rate available until 24th April 2026.

Accommodation:

If guests wish to book to stay at the hotel, please call reservations on 01756 718100 option 1 or call the hotel on 01756 71855 and reference the Make UK Defence BBQ. Please note, you will be required to pay in full.

Alternative hotels:

• Travelodge Skipton – approximately £60 per night (around a 12-minute drive)
• The Red Lion, Burnsall – approximately £150 per night (around a 14-minute drive)
• Skipton Hotel – approximately £145 per night (around a 15-minute drive) – 13 bedrooms currently available
• Herriots Hotel – approximately £99–£155 per night (around a 13-minute drive) – 9 bedrooms currently available

We are delighted to announce that this BBQ is sponsorsed by Inspired and Horizon Works.

Please be aware that your name and company name will be shared with relevant event organisers for security and monitoring purposes. This information is necessary to ensure a safe and secure environment for all attendees. Thank you for your understanding.

Competition law compliance statement

Attendees are reminded that it is an offence under UK and EU competition law to use this meeting to collude in anticompetitive behaviour or to share or announce information that could influence the market behaviour of competitors. Amongst other things, attendees are required not to announce or signal price intentions or to attempt to influence the commercial policy of others.